The Delhi High Court has ordered Patanjali Ayurved to remove advertisements that were deemed disparaging towards Dabur's Chyawanprash products. The court's interim order came after Dabur filed a suit against Patanjali, arguing that the latter's advertisement featuring Baba Ramdev questioned the authenticity of Chyawanprash produced by other brands. Dabur claimed that the advertisement not only misleads consumers but also infringes on regulatory standards for Chyawanprash, which is classified as a classical Ayurvedic medicine.
Popular actress, Elnaaz Norouzi, known for her roles in hit Indian shows like Sacred Games and Made in Heaven, recently made headlines for her early elimination from the reality game show, The Traitors. In a candid conversation with a media outlet, Elnaaz shared her thoughts on her journey, the betrayals, and the strategies that shaped her time on the show. She also revealed her top choices for the ideal traitor trio and addressed the rumours of the show being scripted. Furthermore, Elnaaz expressed her disinclination towards participating in Bigg Boss, stating that she chose The Traitors for its unique concept.
World champion Magnus Carlsen has raised doubts about reigning champion Gukesh's performance in shorter time control formats, ahead of their first face-off since the infamous table smashing incident in Norway Chess. However, Gukesh has started strong in the SuperUnited Rapid and Blitz Croatia, leading the 10-player field along with Carlsen himself. The event will see players compete in rapid and blitz formats, where Gukesh has struggled in the past. With tough competition in the field, including Gukesh's compatriot Praggnanandhaa, Carlsen will have to prove himself against Gukesh in rapid and blitz games.
Qantas, a leading airline, has confirmed a major cyber attack on its contact centre which has affected around six million customers. The attack targeted a third-party customer-servicing platform, with the airline detecting unusual activity on a third-party site used by their contact centre. The news comes after the FBI warned about similar cyber attacks on airlines, but Qantas has assured that there is no impact on their operations or safety. The airline is now contacting customers to apologize and provide support regarding the incident.
Harry Brook, the white-ball captain of England, has revealed his reasons for opting out of the Indian Premier League (IPL) and his desire to participate in the tournament in the future. Despite being bought by Delhi Capitals for a whopping INR 6.25 crore, Brook chose to prioritize his duties to the national team, violating BCCI's new rule. However, he remains hopeful of playing in the IPL after his two-year suspension. In the ongoing series against India, Brook impressed with 99 runs in the first test and also praised Indian player Rishabh Pant.
The highly anticipated teaser for the Ramayana movie series was released on Thursday, offering a glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita. While fans were impressed by the first look, the teaser featured additional unseen photos of Ranbir in character, further increasing excitement for the film. The star-studded project also revealed other key actors, including Yash as Ravana, and announced Diwali 2026 as the release date for the first part of the series. Produced in collaboration with Nitesh Tiwari and co-produced by 8-time Oscar-winning VFX studio DNEG, this epic retelling of a beloved Indian mythological story is set to take the audience by storm.
A tweet from renowned hepatologist "The Liver Doc" has sparked a heated debate on Twitter after he called out Indian Chess Grand Master Vidit Gujrathi for his Doctor's Day wishes for his family, who practice alternative medicine. While some defended the family's professions as doctors, others criticized The Liver Doc's remarks. The post has since been deleted, but the discussion continues about the definition of a doctor and the place of alternative medicine in the healthcare field.
Karnataka, known for its thriving tech industry, is proposing a bill that aims to address the spread of fake news and misinformation online. However, free speech activists are raising concerns about potential censorship and selective enforcement. The bill has not yet defined what constitutes as "fake news" or "anti-feminist" content, raising fears of potential misuse. The state government has stated that the bill will be open for public opinion before implementation.
Pope Leo XIV took time out of his busy schedule to visit children at the Vatican's summer camp and share some inspirational words. He emphasized themes of diversity, acceptance, and building bridges of friendship. The pontiff also encouraged the children to be advocates for peace and to see everyone as equals.
Producer Shirish Reddy's controversial comments about Ram Charan not contacting the team after the release of "Game Changer" has caused backlash from fans and sparked a social media uproar. However, he has since issued a clarification and his cousin, veteran producer Dil Raju, has stepped in to explain the circumstances of the statement. Despite the box office disappointment, Ram Charan is currently busy with his next projects, including one with director Sukumar.